Disassemble a model 1840 NCO sword

[oldguy14]

I have 2 original NCO swords one with a great blade & one with a great grip assembly. I have looked everywhere for information on how to disassemble the cast handles so that I may combine the best parts from both models into one nicer display piece. It appears as though the handle assembly is placed over the tang end and then hammered over the end of the brass to secure, so my guess would be to use a block on the face of the clamshell guard and knock the handle off, this straightening the end of the tang...........but, just guesses. I do not want to screw either model up to the point that neither is worth display. Thanks to all in advance.

 

[tinkerer]

IF the handle is secured by peening the end of the tang into the handle, I would NOT suggest knocking off the old handle as you will probably end up destroying the sword.

But if you judiciously grind off the very end until the peened section is gone, the handle should slide right off.

Good luck with the project. I suspect you are opening a bigger can of worms than anticipated.

Larry
Tinkerer

 

[oldguy14]

That is what I was afraid of and definitely did not want to get into a project and destroy both swords. Thank you very much for your information.

IF the handle is secured by peening the end of the tang into the handle, I would NOT suggest knocking off the old handle as you will probably end up destroying the sword.

But if you judiciously grind off the very end until the peened section is gone, the handle should slide right off.

Good luck with the project. I suspect you are opening a bigger can of worms than anticipated.

Larry
Tinkerer